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Elaborate arrangements in place for PM Modi's Amaravati visit on May 2

According to a press release, Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary K Vijayanand reviewed the arrangements for the Prime Minister's visit with the officials at the CS camp office in Vijayawada on Monday

AP liquor scam: Remand note alleges Rs 3,200 cr fraud involving YSRCP

The remand note issued by SIT during the arrest of alleged 'kingpin' of the Rs 3,200 crore Andhra Pradesh liquor scam accuses that top YSRCP leaders collected monthly kickbacks of Rs 5060 crore from liquor brands that were granted preferential treatment in sales through government-run outlets. The remand note of prime accused K Rajasekhar Reddy, alias Raj Kasireddy, an associate of former chief minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, alleges that the racket started in 2019 and "kickbacks collected each month were laundered" through hawala operators in Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi. However, the YSRCP on Saturday rejected these charges, criticising the TDP-led NDA government of orchestrating a politically motivated liquor scam narrative against party leaders and employing media propaganda to propagate it. The SIT had arrested the alleged kingpin and made a case for judicial custody of the accused in the remand note presented before a judge of a local court here on April 22. It alleges that th

Vizag will emerge as game changer in 'Swarna Andhra' vision: CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said that the port city of Visakhapatnam will emerge as a game changer in achieving the 'Swarna Andhra' (golden Andhra Pradesh) vision. By 2047, Naidu wants to transform the state to achieve a GSDP of USD 2.4 trillion with a per capita income of USD 42,000, among other targets under the SwarnaAndhra@2047 vision. The chief minister noted that there are ample opportunities to transform the city into a financial capital and a knowledge hub. "Visakhapatnam with the highest per capita income in Andhra Pradesh state will be a game changer in achieving Swarna Andhra," Naidu said addressing a meeting on the sidelines of inaugurating Andhra Medical College's centenary building. Naidu added that key changes will occur in the city in the next two to three years which would include Bhogapuram Airport and the completion of metro rail in a definite period, along with other new projects in future.

Jagan Reddy endorsed liquor kickbacks to fund welfare, YSRCP: Andhra SIT

The prime accused in the alleged Rs 3,200 crore liquor scam during the erstwhile YSRCP regime has "confessed" that former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy had endorsed him to chalk out an excise policy which would generate revenues for the state and party (YSRCP), said a SIT official in his remand report. However, the YSRCP rejected the charges, criticising the TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh for orchestrating a politically motivated liquor scam narrative against party leaders and employing media propaganda to propagate it. "During the confession, he (Kasireddy Raja Sekhar Reddy) stated that Jagan Mohan Reddy, the then chief minister, endorsed him to chalk out an excise policy by which more revenue is generated for the state enabling the government to use the same for welfare measures on one side and to get party fund on the other side," said the report. However, Reddy refused to sign his "confessional statement", it added. Reddy, who was arrested recently, has been ...

Negligence, security failure behind Pahalgam attack: Andhra Cong chief

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president YS Sharmila has alleged that the Pahalgam terror attack is a result of "negligence and security failure", which the "BJP is deviating". Taking out a candle light rally in solidarity with the 26 people who were gunned down by terrorists, she accused the RSS of allegedly creating the impression that a religion is being attacked. "This is an attack on our countryand there is negligence and security failure behind it. The BJP is diverting this matter," Sharmila in a release on Friday, adding that "Muslims were also there among the deceased victims". According to the Congress leader, this is not an attack on a religion but against India. She noted that the BJP is "building a narrative that this attack is against a religion" and called it sad. Meanwhile, BJP leader S Yamini Sharma criticised Sharmila for her comments and told her to "control her tongue". Throwing a challenge to Sharmila, Sharma dared her to debate with her about how "sa

Andhra CM announces Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia for victims of Pahalgam attack

Two residents of Andhra Pradesh, a retired bank employee, JS Chandramouli and an IT professional, Madhusudan from Kavali, were among 26 who were killed in Pahalgam

AP SSC Result 2025: BSEAP out class 10 results, Details here

The Board of Secondary Education, Andhra Pradesh will announce SSC Result 2025 on April 23, 2025 on the official website of BSEAP at bse.ap.gov.in

Amaravati set to become world's first fully renewable-powered city

Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, is set to create history as it targets to become the world's first city to be powered entirely by renewable energy as town planners look to build an ultra-modern yet environmentally sustainable 'people's capital'. With an ambitious plan to harness 2,700 megawatts (MW) of green energy, the city aims to meet all its electricity needs through sustainable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower, officials said. Andhra Pradesh chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's dream new capital city project firmly aligns with India's broader commitment to clean energy and climate action. The foundation stone for the greenfield capital city on the banks of Krishna river is expected to be laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi sometime this month. The Rs 65,000-crore project is spread across 217 square kilometers, with Andhra Pradesh Capital Region spanning an area of 8,352 sq km. The country's newest capital coming up between Vijayawada and Guntur will

Rammohan Naidu says Baruva beach in Andhra Pradesh to be tourism hub

Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Saturday announced that Baruva Beach in Sompeta mandal of Srikakulam district will be developed into a tourism hub, offering water sports like scuba diving, paramotor flying, and eco-tourism experiences. After launching the beach festival here, Naidu unveiled these plans. The Union Minister of Civil Aviation told reporters, "Plans are underway to transform Baruva into a mini Goa. Youth will be trained in diving, guiding, and event management to create local employment." He emphasised that the beach's natural resources -- including the Mahendra Tanaya river confluence, a lighthouse, a sunken ship, and a smooth coastline -- make it ideal for tourism. District Collector Swapnil Dinakar Pundkar outlined the importance of balancing tourism with conservation. The festival included coastal cleanups, e-waste drives, and nature awareness programmes. The collector further stated that an eco-exhibition, painting contests, and biodiversity documentaries are

Caught in Trump's tariff net: Andhra's shrimp farmers face global blowback

Trump's tariff shock hits Andhra's ₹35,000-crore shrimp industry, leaving farmers battling price crashes, export uncertainty, and long-term market disruption

Andhra Pradesh CM approves ₹30 crore honoraria for 8,427 pastors

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has approved Rs 30 crore in honoraria for 8,427 pastors for seven months, the government said on Thursday. The honoraria, amounting to Rs 35,000 for each pastor, cover the months from May to November 2024, according to an official release. "CM Chandrababu Naidu has given the green signal to release Rs 5,000 per month to 8,427 pastors," the statement said. The release also noted that the Andhra Pradesh government announced this decision on the eve of Good Friday, calling it "good news for pastors.

Andhra CM Naidu urges 50% share in central taxes from 16th Fin Commission

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday appealed to the Sixteenth Finance Commission to raise the vertical devolution of central taxes from the existing 41 per cent to 50 per cent, besides support in rebuilding the state through special financial assistance. Naidu's appeal assumes significance as the TDP, which the AP CM heads, is a key ally in the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre. The support of TDP's 16 Lok Sabha members is crucial to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. "Increase the vertical devolution share from 41 per cent to 50 per cent. Address the decline in horizontal devolution to southern statesfrom 24.3 per cent (10th Finance Commission) to 15.8 per cent (15th Finance Commission)," an official release quoted Naidu as requesting the commission. Andhra Pradesh's share in horizontal devolution is below its share in the national GDP and population, causing a "fiscal disadvantage", claimed Naidu. The Sixteenth Finance Commission, headed by .

Andhra allots 21.16 acres to TCS in Vizag for 99 paise to boost IT hub

According to sources, the discussion between the state and the company started in October 2024, when IT minister Nara Lokesh visited Tata House and made a strong pitch

Southern states lead ranking on justice system, Karnataka retains top slot

Andhra Pradesh rises to second place from fifth last year; Telangana keeps third position: India Justice Report 2025

HIT 3 trailer out: Nani's Arjun Sarkaar returns in a gritty action thriller

Nani, a Telugu actor, will make a comeback in the much awaited movie HIT: The Third Case (HIT 3). The action-thriller, which was directed by Sailesh Kolanu, will release in theaters on May 1

Andhra Pradesh's capital dreams rekindled: The making of Amaravati

Dubbed a 'ghost town' until recently, the 2,300-year-old city is all set for a revival, giving the locals and industry a reason to cheer

Eight killed in mishap at firecracker manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh

Eight people, including two women, were killed and seven others injured in a fire accident at a firecracker manufacturing unit in the Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday. "Eight people, including two women, died, and seven others were injured in the fire accident. While the injured are being shifted to hospitals, further details are awaited," State Home Minister V Anitha told PTI. The accident occurred at around 12:45 pm, and officials are currently focused on recovering the bodies and shifting the injured to hospitals. Locals are also assisting the police at the scene, a police official said. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock over the incident and directed Minister Anitha and district officials to ensure proper medical care for the injured, an official release said. CM Naidu also ordered an inquiry into the incident and asked officials to submit a report to him. YSRCP chief Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy also expressed shock and urged the gover

Andhra kicks off Rs 65K cr Amaravati project, invites PM Modi for launch

Work has commenced on the Rs 65,000 crore Amaravati city project - the new capital of Andhra Pradesh on the banks of River Krishna - with a view to building a 'people's capital' that attracts skilled migrants, industries, professionals and businesses from across the globe. After a five-year lull between 2019 and 2024, the Andhra Pradesh government under Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has revived the Amaravati project since coming to power last year. Work has restarted on building a world-class urban hub inspired by global cities such as Amsterdman, Singapore and Tokyo, which is not just vibrant, diverse, inclusive and modern but also acts as a magnet for skilled migrants, industries, businesses and professionals from across the world, officials said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited for the ground-breaking ceremony of the city, they said. It wasn't immediately known if the Prime Minister has accepted the invitation and when the ground-breaking ceremony will ...

AP inter results 2025: BIEAP set to release 1st & 2nd year results tomorrow

BIEAP is set to release the AP Inter result 2025 on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Students will be able to check their results at 11 AM, as stated by the board

Tariff pause eases farm worries, Andhra govt forms panel on shrimp exports

Sources said one of the mandates of the committee is to study India and Ecuador's shrimp production patterns and exports